Remote Fullstack Software Engineer

Description:

• The position is for a Fullstack Software Engineer in the Fintech team at Hopper, focusing on Disruption and Insurance within the travel technology sector.
• The role involves crafting, implementing, and deploying sophisticated backend systems to enhance Hopper's user experience.
• Responsibilities include planning, coding, code reviewing, and learning about new technical concepts or services.
• The candidate will contribute to growing and maturing the Disruption and Insurance category of Hopper’s fintech products.
• The company follows a low-meeting culture but values regular meetings to discuss ongoing projects and plan upcoming sprints.

Requirements:

• The ideal candidate should have experience in full-stack development, with strong front-end skills.
• Proficiency in React, TypeScript, and modern front-end libraries is required.
• Expertise in Scala or other JVM languages (like Kotlin or Java) with demonstrated production experience is necessary.
• A commitment to enhancing system quality and reliability through excellent software engineering practices is expected.
• A professional background in the travel or fintech industries, understanding their specific challenges and requirements, is preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and pre-IPO equity packages in a well-funded startup environment.
• Hopper covers 100% of the premiums for a group insurance plan through Sun Life Financial, including coverage for paramedical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision care.
• Life, short term, and long term disability coverage is provided through Sun Life Financial.
• HSA through Sun Life Financial for eligible medical and dental expenses.
• Access to Dialogue’s telemedicine services for all employees and dependents.
• RRSP plan through Sun Life Financial with automatic pre-tax withdrawals per pay.
• Generous parental leave policy above industry standards.
• Unlimited PTO, Carrot Cash travel stipend, and Work-from-home stipend.
• Entrepreneurial culture, open communication with management, and small dynamic teams for a significant impact.